What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru is to bus via Bangkok which costs RM 290 - RM 1500 and takes 2 days 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs RM 600 - RM 1600.

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Rai and Johor Bahru?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru. However, there are services departing from Chiang Rai and arriving at JB Custom Out via Hat Yai Bus Terminal, Hatyai and Queen Street Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 46m.

How far is it from Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru?

The distance between Chiang Rai and Johor Bahru is 2158 km. The road distance is 2555.7 km.

How do I travel from Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru without a car?

The best way to get from Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru without a car is to bus and train which takes 40h 5m and costs RM 270 - RM 500.

How long does it take to get from Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru?

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru bus from?

Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru bus services, operated by Piya Chai Patthana, depart from Chiang Rai station.

Bus or fly from Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru?

The best way to get from Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs RM 600 - RM 1600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 490 - RM 530 and takes 41h 46m.

Where does the Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru bus arrive?

Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru bus services, operated by Piya Chai Patthana, arrive at Hat Yai station.

What is the time difference between Chiang Rai and Johor Bahru?

Johor Bahru is 1h ahead of Chiang Rai. It is currently 2:53 PM in Chiang Rai and 3:53 PM in Johor Bahru.

Can I drive from Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru is 2556 km. It takes approximately 33h 7m to drive from Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru.

Where can I stay near Johor Bahru?

There are 3538+ hotels available in Johor Bahru.

Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru by plane, bus, train, car, or tram

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Singapore Changi Airport
best
1. Fly from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)CEI - SIN
5h 10m
RM 633–1,578
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal
2. Take the train from Bang Bamru to Padang Besar Malaysia45
3. Take the train from Padang Besar to Kl SentralEts
4. Take the bus from TBS Kuala Lumpur to Larkin Bus Terminal
40h 5m
RM 276–499
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Hat Yai
2. Take the bus from Hatyai to Singapore Golden Mile Complex
41h 46m
RM 493–530
Drive 2,555.7 km
1. Drive from Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru2,555.7 km
33h 7m
RM 1,174–1,696
Fly to Senai International Airport
1. Fly from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Senai International Airport (JHB)CEI - JHB
7h 30m
RM 467–2,331
Bus, train, tram
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Lampang
2. Take the train from Mae Moe to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal102
3. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Padang Besar Malaysia45
4. Take the tram from Padang Besar to Bukit Mertajam
5. Take the train from Bukit Mertajam to SegamatEts
6. Take the bus from Bus Terminal Segamat to JB Larkin Terminal
2d
Bus via Bangkok
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Bangkok Nakhonchai Air Terminal
2. Take the bus from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal to Sungai Kolok
3. Take the bus from Rantau Panjang to JB Larkin Terminal
2d 4h
RM 293–1,441

Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) flights

38Weekly Planes

5h 20mAverage Duration

RM 301Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chiang Rai to Johor Bahru.

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Distance: 2,158.2 km
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Chiang Rai, Thailand and Johor Bahru, Malaysia?

Scoot Tigerair, Thai AirAsia, and two other airlines fly from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chiang Rai to JB Custom Out via Hat Yai Bus Terminal, Thanon Nipatuthit 2, Hatyai, Singapore Golden Mile Complex, and Queen Street Terminal in around 41h 46m.

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